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The 15 Best Tours in South Africa

237 tours  ·  from $6 a head

Cape Town does mountain, penguins and wine within an hour; the reserves inland do the Big Five. These 15 compare the peninsula loops, the winelands tours and the game days on price, driving time and what the weather can cancel.

Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries - Oak trees and Cape Dutch streets in Stellenbosch
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Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries

1.Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,940 reviews · from $43Our pick

Spend about eight hours touring three Cape Winelands regions by comfortable coach. Taste 15 wines at three estates, pair wine with cheese and sweets, walk historic Stellenbosch, visit Franschhoek, and stop at Drakenstein Prison. Guides such as Louis, Brahm, Horea, and Charles have been praised for humor and clear local stories, though the guide changes by date.

“Amazing trip around three estates. Very brief stop in Stellenbosch, to see the town too. Very comfortable bus, beautiful scenery and lunch was excellent.”

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Cape Town: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise - The red route gives you the city at a useful pace
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Cape Town: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise

2.Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,929 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $23

See Cape Town from an open-top double-decker bus on red, blue, and purple routes. Use one or two days to reach Table Mountain, Camps Bay, Kirstenbosch, Constantia, the V&A Waterfront, and more. Audio commentary comes in 15 languages, with Wi-Fi, a kids channel, a harbor cruise option, and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.

“Everything was perfect. Would do it again when back to Cape Town”

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Cape Town: Cape of Good Hope & Penguins Day Tour with Pickup - A comfortable Sprinter for a long coastal loop
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Cape Town: Cape of Good Hope & Penguins Day Tour with Pickup

3.Cape of Good Hope & Penguins Day Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,362 reviews · 10 hours · from $52

Spend a full day exploring Cape Town’s coast with a local guide and professional driver. You’ll stop at Maiden’s Cove, Hout Bay, Chapman’s Peak, Cape Point, Boulders Beach, Simon’s Town, and Muizenberg. Guides such as Sylvie, Gordon, Talent, and Isaac are known for lively stories, while the Sprinter offers reclining seats, USB ports, air conditioning, and bottled water.

“The tour was extensive and a wonderful way to spend a day in Cape Town. Our guide, Clement, was incredibly kind, friendly, and a great narrator. He shared insights on a wide range of topics and explained everything in a natural, engaging way that never felt overwhelming or boring. His enthusiastic storytelling really added to the experience and made the day fly by. It was a truly enjoyable tour, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Cape Town.”

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Zipline Cape Town - From Foot of Table Mountain Reserve - Flying through the Cape Floral Kingdom
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Zipline Cape Town – From Foot of Table Mountain Reserve

4.Zipline Cape Town – From Foot of Table Mountain Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,179 reviews · from $49

Ride seven zipline cables totaling about 2.3 kilometers at the foot of Table Mountain. A 4x4 takes you from Silvermist Estate into the mountain, where guides such as Vumi, Sakhile, Nkosi, and Wilson help you through the course. Expect canyon views, short walks through fynbos, a 155-meter-high cable, and a maximum group size of eight.

“Awesome experience at the Zipline Cape Town. The views are amazing. The Zipline was fun as well. There were some huge ropes. Zuma & Wilson we're great guides!”

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Cape Town: Table Mountain Cable Car, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Taking the Red Route to the Cableway
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Cape Town: Table Mountain Cable Car, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

5.Table Mountain Cable Car, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,157 reviews · 1 day · from $45

You get a one-day hop-on hop-off ticket for three Cape Town routes, a return Table Mountain cableway ride, and guided city and Bo-Kaap walks. Take the red route to the cableway, use clear audio commentary in several languages, and save the mountain ticket for another day within 14 days if wind or cloud closes the ride.

“Great way to see the mother city and get to all the attractions especially Table Mountain. Definitely recommended.”

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Cape Point and Boulder's Penguins Full Day Tour - Simon’s Town adds a little naval history
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Cape Point and Boulder’s Penguins Full Day Tour

6.Cape Point and Boulder’s Penguins Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,118 reviews · from $34

Ride from Cape Town in a comfortable air-conditioned double-decker coach with an English-speaking guide such as Horea, Paul, Mark, or Brahm. Visit Boulders Beach, Cape Point, the old lighthouse, and the Cape of Good Hope, with an optional guided hike and time for wildlife sightings.

“Had a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. Tour was organised well and punctual. The staff were very good. Worth not having to uber or drive around to the peninsular yourself.”

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From Cape Town: Cape Point & Boulders Beach Full-Day Tour - Starting with Cape Town views at Maidens Cove
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From Cape Town: Cape Point & Boulders Beach Full-Day Tour

7.Cape Point & Boulders Beach Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,032 reviews · 10 hours · from $40

Travel by air-conditioned minivan from Cape Town with an English-speaking guide such as Patrick, Coco, Gabriel, or Bizo. Visit Cape Point, Boulders Beach, Simon’s Town, Hout Bay, Chapman’s Peak, and Muizenberg. Expect striking views, plenty of photo stops, one hour with African penguins, and optional seal-boat tickets.

“We spent a wonderful day on the peninsula with Coco and our driver. Coco explained all interesting things to know about this spot and I learnt a lot. Thank you!”

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From Cape Town: Big Five Game Reserve with Lunch - Arriving at Aquila Private Nature Reserve
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From Cape Town: Big Five Game Reserve with Lunch

8.Big Five Game Reserve with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,409 reviews · 9 hours · from $236

Leave Cape Town by air-conditioned minibus for Aquila Private Nature Reserve, about 2.5 hours away. After a welcome drink and buffet lunch, join a two-hour open-vehicle safari with an English-speaking ranger. Expect close views of lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and more, with guides such as Trevor, Aiden, or Kayim leading the drive.

“What a great trip! First, our driver, Denver, was amazing and even came back after I left my hat in his van! The resort is BEAUTIFUL! Be aware that while the food is free, any drinks you order with lunch does have a charge (but it’s VERY minimal). Our safari guide Trevor was AMAZING! We saw 4/5 Big Five animals and he made sure to turn our jeep so we all got great views and great pictures. The animals all seem very happy and while contained, have so much room to roam. The presence of babies for several species indicates they are happy and living life. The ride is BUMPY…”

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Cape of Good Hope & Boulder Penguins Full-Day Tour from Cape Town - Camps Bay and Hout Bay: short stops with different moods
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Cape of Good Hope & Boulder Penguins Full-Day Tour from Cape Town

9.Cape of Good Hope & Boulder Penguins Full-Day Tour from Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,347 reviews · from $48

Spend about nine hours touring the Cape Peninsula in an air-conditioned minivan with pickup in Cape Town. Walk through Bo-Kaap, stop at Camps Bay and Chapman’s Peak, hike around Cape Point, and meet African penguins at Boulders Beach. Guides such as Rodney, Candice, Mabee, and Nana are known for lively storytelling and helpful local advice. Lunch, park fees, penguin entry, and the optional seal boat trip cost extra.

“Our guide Rodger was amazing. Gave us lots of history/ information. Was light hearted, and helpful. Lots of stops and experiences.. seeing wildlife, protea, hiking, a funicular and boat ride were included.”

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Cape Town: WILDX Atlantis Quad Dune Adventure and Photo Stop - Check-in at the bright yellow trailer
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Cape Town: WILDX Atlantis Quad Dune Adventure and Photo Stop

10.WILDX Atlantis Quad Dune Adventure and Photo Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,314 reviews · 1 hour · from $30

Ride a fully automatic quad bike across the white sand dunes of Atlantis with an English-speaking guide. Your 60-minute visit includes briefing, safety gear, 45 minutes of riding, and a 10 to 15-minute photo stop. Guides such as Ernest, Leeroy, Trust, and Patrick are praised for patient instruction and excellent pictures.

“I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the WILDX Atlantis Dune ATVing, and it was hands down my favorite part of the trip! From the moment we arrived, the staff was incredibly welcoming and enthusiastic, making us feel right at home. The beautiful sand dunes were nothing short of breathtaking. The vast expanse of golden sand created a stunning backdrop for our adventure, and the thrill of riding the ATVs across the dunes was exhilarating. The combination of speed and the gorgeous scenery was truly unforgettable. The ATVs were well-maintained, powerful, and easy to handle, even for beginners. Our guide was knowledgeable and ensured everyone felt comfortable before we hit…”

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From Cape Town: 3 Regions Wine Tour with 3 Estates, 15 Wines - Stellenbosch begins with wine, cheese, and cellar time
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From Cape Town: 3 Regions Wine Tour with 3 Estates, 15 Wines

11.3 Regions Wine Tour with 3 Estates, 15 Wines

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,136 reviews · 8h 30m · from $53

Spend a full day touring three Cape Winelands regions with an English-speaking guide. Visit three estates, taste 15 wines, tour a cellar, enjoy cheese and sweet pairings, walk through Stellenbosch, and stop outside Drakenstein Prison. Lunch in Franschhoek costs extra, and pickup is from fixed Cape Town stops.

“Grwta tripN good value. Nice wines! Stellenbosch walks as super to see and do! Also Nelson Mandela long walk to freedom was a highlight to see”

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From Cape Town: Franschhoek Wine Tram Hop-on Hop-off - How the hop-on hop-off system works
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From Cape Town: Franschhoek Wine Tram Hop-on Hop-off

12.Franschhoek Wine Tram Hop-on Hop-off

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,972 reviews · 8h 30m · from $50

Travel from Cape Town by air-conditioned Xplorer coach, then spend the day on the Franschhoek Wine Tram and open-air tram buses. Visit four or five of eight estates, choosing tastings, cellar tours, picnics, restaurants, or scenery at your own pace. Wine and food cost extra, and routes change by day.

“The bus was clean and well air conditioned. We arrived 10 mins before departure and it was already busy so we would just recommend arriving early. The staff in Franschhoek on the trams were exceptional and super helpful. Just don’t lose your tram ticket as they can’t replace it - my wife lost one of ours but the staff were very helpful and resolved the situation for us.”

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From Cape Town: Cape Point and Boulders Beach Full-Day Tour - Pickup from Cape Town and the ride south
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From Cape Town: Cape Point and Boulders Beach Full-Day Tour

13.Cape Point and Boulders Beach Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,946 reviews · 8 hours · from $31

Spend eight hours exploring Cape Point, the Cape of Good Hope, and Boulders Beach from Cape Town. You’ll ride a comfortable Cape Xplorer coach, hear lively commentary from guides such as Charles, Paul, or Brahm, and choose between a short Cape Point hike or the bus. Park and penguin entry fees are extra.

“Charles,Thando and Thumasi were lovely. Charles was veru informative which made the experience even more interesting. Can highly recommend this tour. Very professional and even hel0 you get bus back to your accomodation.”

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Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town - Starting in Cape Town with Bo-Kaap
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Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town

14.Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,797 reviews · from $62

This 10-hour small-group tour links Cape Town’s biggest sights, from Bo-Kaap and Table Mountain to Boulders Beach and Cape Point. You travel in a shared vehicle for up to 15 people with hotel pickup, a guide-driver, bottled water, and Chapman’s Peak tolls included. Table Mountain, penguin, nature reserve, and funicular fees cost extra.

“A full sightseeing day visiting the most popular tourist sites around Cape Town. Excellent tour guide and driver.”

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Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Optional Cruise - The blue route: Kirstenbosch, Hout Bay, and coastal scenery
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Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Optional Cruise

15.Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Optional Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,793 reviews · from $20Best value

See Cape Town at your own pace on a one or two-day bus pass covering the city, Atlantic coast, Kirstenbosch, Hout Bay, and Constantia wine estates. Expect clear audio in 15 languages, free Wi-Fi, frequent buses, direct stops near Table Mountain, and optional harbor, sunset, township, and walking tours. Wine tastings, food, and drinks cost extra.

“My wife and I took the hop-on hop-off bus tour in Cape Town over the past two days, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience! The tour was well-organized, with a variety of routes that allowed us to see the city's top attractions at our own pace. The buses were clean, comfortable, and punctual, making it easy to hop on and off as we explored different sights. The audio guide was informative and engaging, providing great insights into Cape Town’s rich history, culture, and landmarks. We particularly enjoyed the stunning coastal views along the way, as well as the convenience of being able to visit iconic spots like Table Mountain,…”

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